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Poster Print : Exterior view of the Norris Green British Restaurant in Liverpool during the Second World War
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Exterior view of the Norris Green British Restaurant in Liverpool during the Second World War
Exterior view of the Norris Green British Restaurant in Liverpool during the Second World War. British Restaurants were communal restaurants during the Second World War providing a cooked meal, with dessert and a cup of tea or coffee, for around the cost of 1s.2d. While operated on a canteen basis, meals were eaten at a table and allowed people, including war workers and those who had bombed out of their homes or might have difficulty cooking or making a packed lunch at home, a nutritious and affordable meal, which could be eaten in addition to wartime rations. Date: 1946
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A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Norris Green British Restaurant Poster Print. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a rare glimpse into the past, showcasing the exterior of a British Restaurant in Liverpool during the Second World War. British Restaurants were communal dining spaces that provided a cooked meal to those in need, making this print not only a beautiful addition to your home or office, but also a poignant reminder of the resilience and community spirit that emerged during this historic period. Order now and bring a piece of history into your space.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Exterior View of the Norris Green British Restaurant in Liverpool during the Second World War: A Beacon of Nourishment and Community in a Time of Hardship During the tumultuous years of the Second World War, the daily struggle for food and sustenance was a palpable concern for many in Liverpool and beyond. Amidst the chaos and uncertainty, the British Restaurant movement emerged as a vital source of nourishment and community for those in need. This evocative photograph captures the exterior of the Norris Green British Restaurant in Liverpool, a testament to the spirit of resilience and solidarity that defined the era. British Restaurants, as they came to be known, were communal dining establishments that offered a cooked meal, complete with dessert and a cup of tea or coffee, for around 1 shilling and 2 pence (1s.2d). Operated under the auspices of the Ministry of Food, these canteens provided an essential alternative to the meager wartime rations, allowing individuals – including war workers and those who had been displaced from their homes – to enjoy a nutritious and affordable meal. Despite the austere surroundings, the atmosphere within these restaurants was far from bleak. Diners sat at tables, sharing stories and camaraderie as they savored their hard-earned reprieve from the daily grind. The Norris Green British Restaurant, like countless others across the country, served as a vital lifeline, offering sustenance, warmth, and a sense of belonging in the face of adversity. This photograph, taken in 1946, stands as a poignant reminder of a time when the simple act of sharing a meal could bring people together and offer a glimmer of hope amidst the challenges of war. The Norris Green British Restaurant, and the countless others like it, remain an enduring symbol of the indomitable human spirit and the power of community in times of need.
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